Andrea is a Certified Executive Coach with an MBA, the host of the Ambition
Theory Podcast, a Forbes contributor and a top-rated speaker. She is
passionate about coaching women in construction to develop themselves,
set leadership goals and get results. Since 2018, Andrea has coached and
trained over 1,000 construction professionals. Before becoming a coach,
Andrea was a marketing leader that worked on some of the world's
best-known brands.

Angelo is a seasoned operations leader, speaker and author with a passion for improving the construction industry at the intersection of strategy and people. With a career spanning leadership roles throughout construction, Angelo brings a unique and refreshing perspective on the future of the industry, reflected in his social media following of over 200,000 construction professionals.

Angelo is also the author of “Human Side of Construction” and “Rebuild Construction” where he shares practical frameworks and insights for leaders navigating today’s complex business landscape.

His engaging style combines storytelling, actionable strategies, and a deep understanding of human behavior, making his sessions both inspiring and practical.

Whether speaking to executives or emerging leaders, Angelo’s mission is clear: to empower construction professionals to lead with connection, adaptability, and purpose in an evolving world.

A Bachelor of Science in Architecture graduate from The Ohio State University, he guides how VDC delivers maximum value within design-build’s “whole team” approach. A digital construction innovator for 20 years, he defines how people, processes, and technology unite to transform collaborative project delivery. He also leads best practices for integrating BIM-enabled technologies and digital tools that enhance team performance and deliver lifecycle value across the built environment. An industry thought leader, he has contributed to national publications, spoken at global conferences, and served as past chair of the AIA’s Technology in Architectural Practice community and on the BIMForum committee for the Level of Development (LOD) Specification.

Brian Turmail is Vice President of Public Affairs and Workforce at the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), where he leads communications, marketing, member engagement, market insights, and grassroots advocacy for the association’s 27,000 members. He also supports AGC’s workforce development efforts, including career and technical education advocacy, immigration reform, national recruiting campaigns, and the annual National Construction Industry HR & Workforce Development Conference.

Brian serves on the board of AGC Charities Inc., overseeing Operation Opening Doors projects that mobilize contractors to support veterans and the disabled community. He is based in Washington, D.C.

Jessica’s passion for the construction industry stems from its place in her childhood, growing up in the family sheet metal business. Her career began in public accounting before she eventually became CFO for a Commercial Electrical Contractor based in Kansas City. While in that position, she realized the need for a specialized accounting firm within construction, one that understood the industry’s complexities, processes, and people. From that discovery, Jessica founded her firm, New Lyfe Accounting (NLA), in 2017. Jessica holds a Masters of Science in Accounting from the University of Missouri, Kansas City, and has been a Certified Public Accountant for 15 years. She’s been a member of CFMA since 2013, holds a CCIFP designation, and is an active member of the Specialty Trade Committee of CFMA.

A Global Capital & Built Environment Strategist, tracking how money, talent, and technology flow through the built world—from skyscrapers and mixed-use developments to the workplaces and communities they shape. She bridges industries that rarely connect: corporate real estate, development, construction, private capital, and emerging tech.

With over a decade advising Fortune 500 real estate teams, developers, contractors, and family offices, she translates insider trends into strategies that anticipate capital shifts, position portfolios to win in changing markets, navigate the decentralization of work, and apply AI, blockchain, and emerging tools for an edge.

Founder & CEO of Aedifico ai and Host of Decentralized Everything, she shares unfiltered insights on the future of the built environment and the forces reshaping it—helping clients and audiences make bold, informed moves before the market catches up.

Healthcare Planner, with more than 35 years experience in the design and construction
of hospitals and the life science facilities. My specialty is the integration of advanced medical technologies which was always exciting, albeit challenging.  
Lived outside of Boston in a small suburban town with my wife and two daughters. Worked at Harvard teaching hospitals for nearly 20 years before signing on to help build the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and subsequently other hospitals in the region.
Presently CEO of a start-up venture offering small pre-designed and fully equipped hospitals as a product. We believe our model will streamline the entire hospital building process and help make healthcare delivery more affordable and accessible.